1Panel + Claude.ai: Complete MCP Integration
1Panel is a MCP server that MCP server implementation that provides 1Panel interaction.
When integrated with Claude.ai, you can:
- Monitor system status and dashboard information
- Create and manage websites on 1Panel
- Handle SSL certificates and HTTPS configuration
This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up 1Panel in Claude.ai, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.
What You'll Achieve
After completing this setup:
- 1Panel will be fully integrated and operational
- You can use 1Panel tools directly in Claude.ai
- All 1Panel capabilities will be available for your workflows
- Access to 5 different tools
Prerequisites
Before starting, ensure you have:
- 1Panel access token for authentication
- 1Panel server address
- Claude.ai installed and configured
- Compatible operating system (Web Browser)
Installation
Step 1: Install 1Panel
Configuration
Step 2: Configure Claude.ai
- Open Claude.ai settings
- Navigate to MCP server configuration
- Add 1Panel server with appropriate settings
- Save and restart if needed
Examples
Once configured, you can use 1Panel in Claude.ai:
Get System Overview
Check 1Panel server status and system information
Ask Claude.ai: "Show me the dashboard information and system status"
Expected Result: Dashboard data including CPU, memory, disk usage, and running services
Create New Website
Set up a new website with domain configuration
Ask Claude.ai: "Create a website for domain example.com with PHP support"
Expected Result: Website created with virtual host configuration and PHP environment
Install Database Server
Install and configure MySQL server
Ask Claude.ai: "Install MySQL and create a database called myapp_db"
Expected Result: MySQL installed, database created, and connection details provided
SSL Certificate Setup
Generate and configure SSL certificate for website
Ask Claude.ai: "Create an SSL certificate for my website example.com"
Expected Result: SSL certificate generated and configured for HTTPS access
Testing Your Setup
- Start a new conversation in Claude.ai
- Ask Claude.ai to list available tools
- Try using 1Panel functionality
Test prompts:
- "What tools are available to me right now?"
- "Can you use 1Panel to help me with {example_task}?"
- "Show me the capabilities from my connected MCP servers"
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Authentication Failed
Symptoms: Access denied errors, Invalid token messages, Connection refused
Cause: Invalid or missing PANEL_ACCESS_TOKEN
Solution:
- Verify PANEL_ACCESS_TOKEN is set correctly
- Check token validity in 1Panel admin interface
- Ensure token has sufficient permissions
Connection to 1Panel Failed
Symptoms: Connection timeout, Server unreachable, Network errors
Cause: Invalid PANEL_HOST or 1Panel server not running
Solution:
- Verify PANEL_HOST URL is correct
- Check 1Panel server is running on specified port
- Test network connectivity to 1Panel server
- Ensure firewall allows connections
SSE Mode Not Working
Symptoms: SSE endpoint not responding, Transport errors
Cause: Incorrect SSE configuration or port conflicts
Solution:
- Verify -addr parameter is accessible
- Check port is not in use by another service
- Ensure SSE transport is specified correctly
- Test SSE endpoint with curl
Binary Not Found
Symptoms: Command not found, mcp-1panel: command not found
Cause: Binary not in PATH or not properly installed
Solution:
- Verify binary is in /usr/local/bin or system PATH
- Check file permissions (executable bit)
- Re-download and reinstall binary
- Use full path to binary if needed
Cannot Find MCP Settings
Symptoms: No MCP option in settings, Integration menu missing
Cause: Feature may not be available in current web interface version
Solution:
- Check if your account has access to MCP features
- Try accessing from different browser or clearing cache
- Contact Anthropic support for account feature access
Server Connection Failed
Symptoms: Connection timeout, Server unreachable errors
Cause: Network connectivity or server configuration issues
Solution:
- Verify server URL is correct and accessible
- Check if server requires authentication
- Ensure server supports web client connections
- Test server connectivity from other clients
Tools Not Appearing
Symptoms: Server connected but no tools available, Empty tools list
Cause: Server connected but not properly exposing tools
Solution:
- Verify server is properly configured and running
- Check server logs for tool registration issues
- Refresh connection or reconnect to server
- Ensure server implements MCP protocol correctly
1Panel not appearing in Claude.ai
Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available
Cause: Configuration or installation issue
Solution:
- Verify configuration syntax
- Check 1Panel installation
- Restart Claude.ai
- Check logs for error messages
Next Steps
Now that 1Panel is integrated with Claude.ai:
- Explore all 1Panel capabilities through Claude.ai
- Check out other MCP servers that work with Claude.ai
- Join the MCP community for tips and support
- Consider contributing to 1Panel development
Need Help?
- Search for 1Panel documentation
- Check the Claude.ai MCP guide
- Join the MCP community discussions